Asthma - Treatments

Jessica Carreras

An asthmatic woman from Westland, Michigan was able to be very physically active in her childhood. Now, a writer and athlete, she can run half marathons despite the limitations asthma has put on her life.

Carmen Sanchez

Asthma can be a livable condition or it can be deadly for some. Carmen's story is about striving to live with asthma even though it threatened her life.

Breathe Easier Tonight: How A Humidifier Can Help

Depending on your triggers, adding or removing the moisture in your bedroom air can lessen the risk of an asthma attack.

5 Surprising Asthma Triggers

Having a good laugh? That can spark asthma symptoms. Be aware, not surprised.

Oxygen Therapy for Asthma Relief?

Find out if you're a good candidate for this treatment.

Can the Buteyko Breathing Technique Help Asthma?

If you find yourself often reaching for your fast-acting relief inhaler, this alternative option may help.

Health by the Numbers: Asthma

With the proper treatment, asthma sufferers can live full and active lives. Here's a look at the condition by the numbers.

Put Allergic Asthma to "Sleep" With This

A new asthma treatment device promises to reduce nocturnal attacks and improve quality of life.

What Can Aromatherapy Do for You?

Here's how certain natural scents may help improve your health and overall state of mind.

Asthma Inhalers: Which One Is Best for You?

When it comes to asthma inhalers, there are two distinct types to know.

Taking Your Child to the Hospital?

Care for your child with confidence with these 10 tips.

Discontinued Asthma Medication? How to Explore Other Options

If you currently rely on this over-the-counter asthma medication to treat your respiratory symptoms, you'll need to find a prescription alternative in a hurry.

A New Experimental Drug for Tough-to-Treat Asthma

If your asthma treatments do not effectively alleviate your symptoms, you're not alone. See what researchers are saying about this new asthma drug and how it might add an option to your arsenal.

Can Salt Rooms Treat Asthma?

After spending a day at the beach, do you find yourself breathing easier? Many believe that the salt contained in ocean air helps to clear their nasal and airway passages. But can a salt room have the same effect?

Your Guide to Asthma Medications

Don't let asthma get in the way of your daily activities. There are multiple asthma treatment methods available by prescription that are worth considering.

Can Surgery Fix Asthma?

When common treatment methods aren't enough to manage your persistent asthma symptoms, it may be time to consider a new surgical technique.

Asthma Treatment for Alzheimer's Disease?

Who would have guessed that the very same treatment to help you manage respiratory symptoms can also help improve your brain health?

What to Do When You're Having an Asthma Attack

If you suddenly found yourself in the middle of a full-blown asthma attack, would you know what to do? The answer to that question could be the difference between life and death.

New Device Helps Predict Asthma Attacks

Researchers now believe that a new, easy-to-use asthma predictor will give asthmatics a timely warning allowing them to stop an asthma attack before it begins.

7 Cost-Effective Treatments for Asthma

You’re probably very aware of how much you spend for a gallon of gas or a carton of milk these days. But do you know how much it costs to manage your asthma?

How to Use a Neti Pot for Asthma

The neti pot, a tried-and-true method that's effective in relieving nasal passages, is also a do-it-yourself asthma remedy that can be used to rinse your nasal passages and prevent related respiratory symptoms.

Why are Childhood Allergies so Common?

It's nothing to sneeze at. Millions of kids suffer from allergies and asthma. Here are some of the reasons why.

Bronchial Thermoplasty for Asthma Control

If you're taking high doses of corticosteroids and long-acting beta2-agonists (LABAs) to reduce your symptoms but still struggle to control severe asthma, you may want to explore this new procedure.

Are You Overusing Your Asthma Medication?

If you have mild asthma and take a control inhaler that contains a combination of corticosteroids and long-acting beta agonists (LABAs), you could be taking a life-threatening risk.

How to Cope When You Have No Health Insurance

If you've lost access to insurance, you may be wondering how you'll survive. Is there a way to get good health care even if your finances are unstable?

Simple Ways to Control Asthma and Breathe Easy

How well do you control your asthma? If you find yourself experiencing frequent flare-ups, you may want to learn more about some of the latest tools and treatment options.

A One-Shot Approach? Allergy Shots and Asthma

You go to great lengths to use your asthma medication exactly as directed in order to avoid triggers, yet you still can't seem to get the upper hand on your allergic asthma symptoms. If this sounds all too familiar, it may be time to try allergy shots.

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